Lemon Garlic Chicken Skillet
A simple and flavorful Lemon Garlic Chicken Skillet, infused with the brightness of lemon and the aroma of garlic, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the skillet: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Season the chicken: Season the chicken breasts generously with salt, pepper, and oregano for a flavorful kick.
- Sear the chicken: Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until they’re golden brown and cooked through.
- Sauté the garlic: Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1 minute, letting its fragrance fill the air.
- Add the lemon essence: Pour lemon juice and zest over the chicken, allowing it to cook for an additional 2 minutes for that burst of citrus flavor.
- Garnish & serve: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving to add a pop of color and freshness.
Notes
This dish pairs wonderfully with quinoa, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
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